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Sam Houston High School

880 S H Jones Parkway, Lake Charles, LA 70611, United States
+1 (337) 217-4480
5.8
Overall Rating

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Sam Houston High School Overview

About This School

Sam Houston High School is a public high in Lake Charles, Louisiana, serving 1,141 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 60% in ELA and 55% in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 77 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $64,639. Counselors at the school support the student body at a ratio of 380:1. The student population is evenly split between male and female students. The demographic breakdown consists of 79% White, 11% Black, 7% Hispanic, 3% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

1,141
Total Students
Grade 9-12
14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
77 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts60%
Mathematics55%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Calcasieu Parish
Students per Counselor
380:1

Sam Houston High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

60%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 41%State Avg: 40%
55%
Mathematics
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 31%
N/A
Science

Class Information

14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11.7:1
State Avg: 17:1
380
Students per Counselor

Sam Houston High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
77

Average Teacher Salary

$64,639
City Avg: $64,825
State Avg: $61,043

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Students per Counselor380:1

Sam Houston High School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.48%
Male
49.52%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,141 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White78.53%
Hispanic6.75%
Asian0.88%
Black10.87%
Two or More Races2.8%
Native American0.18%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sam Houston High School

Q: What is Sam Houston High School?

A: Sam Houston High School is a high public located in Lake Charles.

Q: How many students attend Sam Houston High School?

A: Sam Houston High School has approximately 1,141 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston High School is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about Sam Houston High School

Sam Houston High School is a public high in Lake Charles, Louisiana, serving 1,141 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 60% in ELA and 55% in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 77 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $64,639. Counselors at the school support the student body at a ratio of 380:1. The student population is evenly split between male and female students. The demographic breakdown consists of 79% White, 11% Black, 7% Hispanic, 3% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Sam Houston High School - Lake Charles, LA

Quick Facts about Sam Houston High School
School NameSam Houston High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location880 S H Jones Parkway, Lake Charles, LA 70611, Lake Charles, LA
CountyCalcasieu Parish
Phone+1 (337) 217-4480
Total Students1,141
Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Full-Time Teachers77
Rating5.8/10
ELA Proficiency60%
Math Proficiency55%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Sam Houston High School

What is Sam Houston High School?

Sam Houston High School is a high public located in Lake Charles.

How many students attend Sam Houston High School?

Sam Houston High School has approximately 1,141 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston High School is 14:1.

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